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The Best Philippines Tour for the First-time Travelers

From the capital city Manila to the most popular holiday destinations Boracay, and Cebu. You will discover all the highlights this country has to offer, experience various water sports activities, and enjoy the incomparable natural beauty of the islands.
Travel Route: Manila - Boracay - Cebu
Day: 9
Best for: First-timers
Tour Type: Escorted private tour with personal tour guide and vehicle
Why Travel with Us
We Live in this Country:
The specialist who designs this trip have lived in this country for several years, in some cases, born here. Our first-hand knowledge will help you have an authentic experience, making the most of your vaction.
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We guarantee 100% deposite refund during the pandemic, and provide 24/7 emergency service during the trip.

Highlights

Discover the top sights of Manila

Visit the City of Makati and Old Manila, including landmarks such as Rizal Park, San Agustin Church, American Cemetery and Memorial, and Fort Santiago, etc.

Explore Boracay for its crystal clear waters, white sand beaches

Cruise to explore the pristine white beaches and snorkel in the blue quartz waters. Freely relax on the beach, join in exciting water activities or wonderful night parties.

Experience the buildings and historical sites in a cultural atmosphere of Cebu

Explore Magellan’s Cross which housed in a chapel and planted there by Portuguese and Spanish explorers. And visit the oldest Fort San Pedro.

San Agustin Church
Fort San Pedro
Boracay Island sunset

Tour Itinerary

 
Day 1: Manila Arrival
Welcome to Manila!
Upon arrival, our guide will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel to check in.
After a short rest, you can go to Manila Bay for a walk and enjoy the beautiful bay scenery.
Stay overnight in Manila.
Day 2: Old & New Manila City Tour
Today you will spend a full day exploring the city of Manila. After breakfast, you will first visit the heart of the Philippines’ financial center: Makati.
Then, the tour will take you to visit Nielson Tower, where the Filipinas Heritage Library collection is kept.
Next, continue your journey to the American Cemetery and Memorial. The cemetery dates to World War II and holds the largest number of US soldiers killed in WWII of any cemetery in the world, in addition to soldiers from the Philippines and other Allied nations.
In the afternoon, you will drive along pretty Roxas Boulevard to Old Manila, passing through Rizal Park to arrive at the old walled city of Intramuros, the oldest district in Manila.
In old Manila, you will visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed San Agustin Church, one of the country’s oldest churches. You are able to get a closer look at the old walls, church ruins, and other remains from the Spanish colonial era.
Later, you will visit Fort Santiago, one of Manila's most important historical sites. It was built by the Spanish in the late 1500s, the fort fell under the rule of successive colonial powers throughout the centuries.
After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Stay overnight in Manila.
San Agustin Church, one of the oldest churches in Manila.
Day 3: Manila to Boracay
Today, you will take a flight to Caticlan Airport from Manila. Upon arrival, your guide will meet you at the aiport and drive you to your hotel in Boracay Island. As the most popular tourist destination in the Philippines, Boracay is known for its world-class resorts and beaches.
Upon arrival, you can have your free time to relax on the beach, watch the sunset, or join in a nightlife party here.
Stay overnight in Boracay.
Enjoy the breathtaking sunset view of Boracay beach.
Day 4: Boracay Island Hopping Tour
Today, you will head out on a sailing boat to cruise around the beautiful island of Boracay. You will get the chance to explore some amazing islands and hidden beaches, and snorkel in the blue quartz waters.
Stay overnight in Boracay.
Cruise around the beautiful island of Boracay to discover the hidden charms.
Day 5-6: Boracay Free Activities
You are free to arrange your own activities in Boracay. You can choose to leisurely rest on the beach to get a tan, or grab yourself a drink, or lounge about, or join in a variety of water sports activities , or even just enjoy the stunning scenery etc.
Stay overnight in Boracay.
Day 7: Boracay to Cebu
After breakfast, your guide will meet you at the hotel and escort you to Caticlan airport for the flight to Cebu.
Upon arrival, our guide will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. The rest of the day you can have a rest in your hotel or freely explore the surroundings.
Stay overnight in Cebu.
Day 8:Cebu City Tour
After breakfast, you will start with a Cube city tour that takes you to explore Magellan’s Cross which is housed in a chapel and planted there by Portuguese and Spanish explorers.
Then, you will head to visit Fort San Pedro, which is the oldest and smallest fort in the Philippines. Here, you are able to visit the museum inside the fort that holds several preserved Spanish artifacts, such as paintings, sculptures, old photographs and items, and documents.
If possible, you are suggested to visit Ayala Center and enjoy your first dinner in Cebu. The center offers retail, dining, and entertainment options that are unparalleled in the city.
Stay overnight in Cebu.
Magellan's Cross holds a very big part of the history of Cebu.
Day 9: Cebu Departure
Say goodbye to Philippines.
You are free to arrange your time until the guide transfer you to the airport.
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Service Included

Private English-speaking tour guide
All entrance ticket fees for sightseeing listed in the itinerary
Private van for land transportation
Meals as specified in the itinerary
Hotel accommodation
Governmental taxes

Service Excluded

International air tickets
Visa Handling fee, visa stamp fee
Meals as not listed in the itinerary
Tips and gratitude to the guide and driver
Surcharge for public holidays (if any)
Personal expenses, like laundry, phone call, snacks, soft drinks, etc.

The Philippines Travel Restriction

As of April 1, 2022, the Philippines is fully open to international travelers who have been fully vaccinated. In addition to the necessary tourist visa, you will only need to provide the vaccination certificate and travel insurance with COVID-19 coverage.

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